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Tornado hits Woodstock and area with minor damage reported
The Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) has confirmed that a tornado did touch down in Woodstock on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Ontario expanding community access to long-term care services
The Ontario government is expanding the Community Access to Long-Term Care program to Woodstock’s Woodingford Lodge.
OPP West Region Civic Holiday Traffic Campaign results: Police lay nearly 2000 charges
West Region members of the Ontario Provincial Police laid 1815 charges following 2107 traffic stops across the region during the August long weekend campaign.
Tornado hits Woodstock and area with minor damage reported
The Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) has confirmed that a tornado did touch down in Woodstock on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Ontario expanding community access to long-term care services
The Ontario government is expanding the Community Access to Long-Term Care program to Woodstock’s Woodingford Lodge.
OPP West Region Civic Holiday Traffic Campaign results: Police lay nearly 2000 charges
West Region members of the Ontario Provincial Police laid 1815 charges following 2107 traffic stops across the region during the August long weekend campaign.
Tornado hits Woodstock and area with minor damage reported
The Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) has confirmed that a tornado did touch down in Woodstock on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Ontario expanding community access to long-term care services
The Ontario government is expanding the Community Access to Long-Term Care program to Woodstock’s Woodingford Lodge.
OPP West Region Civic Holiday Traffic Campaign results: Police lay nearly 2000 charges
West Region members of the Ontario Provincial Police laid 1815 charges following 2107 traffic stops across the region during the August long weekend campaign.
Tornado hits Woodstock and area with minor damage reported
The Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) has confirmed that a tornado did touch down in Woodstock on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Ontario expanding community access to long-term care services
The Ontario government is expanding the Community Access to Long-Term Care program to Woodstock’s Woodingford Lodge.
OPP West Region Civic Holiday Traffic Campaign results: Police lay nearly 2000 charges
West Region members of the Ontario Provincial Police laid 1815 charges following 2107 traffic stops across the region during the August long weekend campaign.
Stratford Warriors, GOHL release 2026-27 season schedule
On Aug. 6, the Stratford Hunter Steel Warriors and the Greater Ontario Hockey League (GOHL) released their official 2026-2027 season schedule.
Stratford Strikers Weekly Recap: Season’s final stretch begins
On Aug. 4, the Stratford U16 Boys Strikers looked to get back on the winning track in their first home match since June 30 as they hosted Oriental SC at Cowan Field, losing 2-1. Dominic McGurgin scored the lone goal for Stratford.
Stratford Nationals Weekly Recap: 15U competes for OBA, 18U plays in ICBA tournament
This weekend, the two top-tier Stratford Nationals teams played in tournaments: the 15U team competed for a place in the Ontario Baseball Association (OBA) ‘A’ tournament, while the 18U team participated in the Inter County Baseball Association (ICBA) playoffs. Both events used an OBA-mandated double-elimination format.
St. Marys quarry nominated as one of Ontario’s top outdoor attractions
St. Marys is taking on some of Ontario’s biggest tourism destinations after its iconic swimming quarry was nominated for Attractions Ontario’s annual Ontario’s Choice Awards.
New bird-viewing platform to highlight threatened species along Grand Trunk Trail
Birdwatchers using the Grand Trunk Trail will soon have a new place to observe threatened grassland birds thanks to a partnership between the Town of St. Marys, the Rotary Club of St. Marys, the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority and a local farmer committed to protecting their habitat.
Former councillor Don Van Galen enters St. Marys mayoral race
Former St. Marys councillor and retired financial advisor Don Van Galen is seeking to become the town’s next mayor.
Tornado hits Woodstock and area with minor damage reported
The Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) has confirmed that a tornado did touch down in Woodstock on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Ontario expanding community access to long-term care services
The Ontario government is expanding the Community Access to Long-Term Care program to Woodstock’s Woodingford Lodge.
OPP West Region Civic Holiday Traffic Campaign results: Police lay nearly 2000 charges
West Region members of the Ontario Provincial Police laid 1815 charges following 2107 traffic stops across the region during the August long weekend campaign.
Celebrating 75 years: Maitland Conservation launches the 75-minute challenge hike
Since 1951, Maitland Conservation has worked alongside municipalities, landowners, community partners and residents to protect and enhance the watershed’s water, forest and soil resources.
Goderich Minor Soccer Updates
As our House League soccer season has come to an end, we would like to take a moment to celebrate the players, coaches, volunteers, and families who made this year a success.
A history of Goderich: From 1870s through the 1880s
After a decade of growth, discoveries, and watching the colony become a nation, by 1869 the population had risen to 4,500 and Goderich was soon finding out what would define the town for generations.
Ontario investing millions to help smaller and rural communities access transit
The Ontario government is investing nearly $16 million through the Ontario Transit Investment Fund (OTIF) to help small and remote communities build safe and reliable transit services.
Perth County council seeks further changes to stewardship grant program
Perth County council is considering several administrative changes to its Stewardship Program for 2027, directing staff to return with additional recommendations aimed at making the grant program more equitable and ensuring more of the funding goes toward planting trees rather than labour costs.
Another collision on main road in Tavistock
For the second week in a row, there has been a serious collision on Hope Street East in Tavistock. For the second week in a row, the same family has been victimized.
FARMS President Robert Shuh encouraged with progress around SAWP
The wheels of government action may grind slowly.
But Foreign Agricultural Resource Management Services (FARMS) President Robert Shuh believes they are grinding in the right direction.
The Chill Spot: A New Space Dedicated to Migrant Farm Workers
A new space has opened in Downtown Simcoe, the aptly named Chill Spot. As assumed by the name, this new location offers a space for foreign farm forkers to relax, hangout with one another, and receive support when visiting Downtown Simcoe.
“Nature is feeding us”: market garden farm’s diversity practices includes permaculture principles
Branching Path Farm grows such a diversity of food, they even have a goji berry bush that is descended from a slip taken from Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow’s garden.
Gratitude for the local farm community highlights Brant County Federation of Agriculture’s 85th anniversary celebration
The 85th anniversary of the Brant County Federation of Agriculture provided an evening of community, conviviality with good food on March 7.
“Farming forms our foundation” says farmer, co-founder of popular Paris brewery
Paris has long had the Paris Fair, but a seventh-generation local family created a new agriculture-themed landmark for this town.
“New Beginnings” is the theme for the Burford Agricultural Society board
One of the most significant “New Beginnings” for the Burford Agricultural Society (BAS) is the change of dates for the Burford Fair.
Lake Lisgar dredging project given approval by council
Lake Lisgar should be a better environment for fish, fowl and all types of wildlife with the completion of dredging and installation of a silt trap this fall.
OPP asking drivers to be more cautious
Oxford OPP’s Community Engagement Officer is asking drivers to think safety after a rash of recent incidents.
Shell of a Place art contest winner announced
There is a little serendipity that the winner of the Station Arts Centre’s Shell of a Place art contest was a turtle painted on a paddle – both of which are at home in the water.
Sisters ask County to honour parents' legacy with future street name
As the County of Brant continues to grow and new subdivisions take shape, two Paris sisters are hoping the legacy of their parents will one day become part of the community's map.
Teresa Manning appeared before County of Brant council on July 28, accompanied by her sister Denise Haggart, to formally request that Michael and Mary Zell be added to the County's pre-approved list of commemorative street names.
Larry Brock announces resignation as Brantford-Brant South MP, return to Crown attorney’s office
Conservative MP Larry Brock will resign his Brantford-Brant South seat next month, ending a five-year run in federal politics and returning to the courtroom as a Crown attorney.
Brock announced Thursday, Aug. 6, that his resignation will take effect Sept. 18, saying he has accepted an opportunity to return to the Brantford Crown Attorney’s office.
From Paris Fair to the CNE stage
When Grace Aulsebrook-Smith first put her name forward to become Paris Fair Ambassador in 2022, things didn’t go the way she hoped. She didn’t win.
For the next three years, the experience lingered in the back of her mind, along with one persistent question: What if? Last year, she decided it was time to find out.
From Exeter Rodeo dreams to a Texas scholarship
What started as a dream for a 10-year-old girl from Exeter has become reality for a local barrel racer.
Olivia Den Hollander, a barrel racer who competes in events including the Exeter Rodeo, is packing her bags and heading south of the border to join the Sam Houston State University rodeo team in Texas on a scholarship that makes it all possible.
All-candidates meeting organized by mayoral candidate
By John Miner South Huron candidate for mayor Maureen Cole has organized an all-candidates meeting for later this month and sent out invitations, but it’s uncertain if other candidates will participate. Some have said they definitely won’t be there. Candidate Aaron Neeb said typically all-candidates meetings are hosted by a neutral third party organization with a moderator to ensure fairness and transparency for the public and the candidates. “I have serious concerns about th
Do yourself a favour and take a moment to look up
Depending on when you find this issue of the Exeter Examiner in your hands, you may have a fantastic opportunity to experience the wonders of our universe ahead of you.
This year, we’re particularly lucky that two fascinating astronomical events will be happening on the same day.
Friendship Festival ends on high note
The 2026 Simcoe Heritage Friendship Festival ended on a high note Monday, August 3rd.
The four-day festival had a good crowd Friday, a great crowd Saturday – and a fantastic crowd Monday. Sunday, however, was rained out.
“We were watching the forecast in the days before… at the beginning of the week, it looked terrible,” said Sara Moody Veldhuis. “And then it cleared up - it was going to be perfect. Then a day or so later, no.”
False alarm fees increasing
Police responding to false alarms at properties in Norfolk County will now cost the owners a little more.
The Norfolk County OPP Detachment Board recently approved the increase in an effort to “reflect the current cost recovery rate.” Owners will now be charged $240 per occurrence, up from the previous $200.
Flower show highlights summer season
The beauty of local gardens was on display Saturday at the Simcoe & District Horticultural Society’s annual Flower Show.
Judged by certified judge Dianne Elliott, following the Ontario Judging & Exhibition Standards, the top entries received ribbons. Exhibitors (members of the Simcoe & District Horticultural Society)
Silverholme swings open its doors to the public
Abigail Chastney came to see the cows, have some ice cream and hang out with her friend Aubrey Terry-Clarke. She wasn’t expecting to get a science lesson in magnetism.
Winery shuttle seeks to safely move workers, students and visitors
A lot of people visit Niagara wineries each year, but a group of transit experts believe there could be more, and it could be done more safely.
Easton named a champion of the wine industry
Waffling on a subject has meant the death of many political careers. But for Sandra Easton, there’s one topic where she’ll happily announce a regular change of opinion.
Port Hope encourages residents to get outdoors, take on ‘30x30’ nature challenge
The Municipality of Port Hope is encouraging residents to take 30.
Northumberland Hills Hospital receives accreditation with ‘exemplary standing’ from national body
Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) is celebrating the achievement of the highest possible designation for an accredited organization through the national hospital accreditation program.
Rising young star coming to Port Hope’s Capitol Theatre for SONG benefit concert
A rising young Canadian artist is coming to light up Port Hope’s historic Capitol Theatre to help local kids and youth, SONG has announced.
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